Motorsports Events: Economic Engine or Source of Contention?
Motorsports events can generate revenue, excitement and crowds. Unfortunately, they can cause controversy when they’re not being held at a facility th...
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How Much Does It Cost Big Ten Athletic Programs to Travel?
The school year has come to a close which means athletic programs can take a (very brief) break from paying for student athlete travel. And make no mi...
Cardiac Events Most Common Cause of Sudden Death in Young Athletes
Ask anyone about injuries in sports and they’ll talk about concussions. But ask anyone about sudden deaths and there’s silence. As it turns out, the m...
Inside Events: Kayak Bass Fishing
Kayak Bass Fishing represents the fastest-growing segment of the angling market. With lower barriers to entry and ease of access to fishing venues, ka...
Want to Host an NCAA Championship? Start Here
The NCAA has announced the start of its 2022-26 championship site selection campaign, as well as details for potential host cities. A total of 86 cham...
Expected Cost of L.A. Olympics Skyrockets to Nearly $7 Billion
Being the host of the Olympics is going to be expensive. Los Angeles won’t have the Games until 2028, but organizers already are predicting estimated ...
Pre-Olympics Bounce Hits China
A winter sports flash mob? A sudden uptick in interest in ice and snow events? It’s all a documented part of what is becoming known as the “pre-Olympi...
Universities Boost Alcohol Availability at Games
In an effort to boost revenues and enhance the fan experience, more college and university athletic programs are expanding alcohol sales. Within the p...
Archdiocese of Detroit Ending Sports on Sundays
Never on a Sunday? At least not in Detroit, Michigan. The Archdiocese of Detroit is ending the practice of athletic events affiliated with the Catholi...
By the Numbers: 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup
The eighth edition of the FIFA Women’s World Cup kicked off June 7 in France, with the championship match slated for July 7 at Parc Olympique Lyonnais...